Job Details
Social Media Designer I
Social Media Designer I
Summary
A Designer I, Social Content role has the blended responsibility of bringing proactive content ideas to the table and collaborating with off-platform specialists on their vision for content that will thrive on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, Snapchat, and other off-platform brand extensions.
Category
Graphic Design
Social Media
Location
Connecticut
Time Period
Full Time
Posted Date
Jul 01, 2022
Start Date
N/A
End Date
N/A
Job Description
This position requires an ability to work on multiple projects at once and work efficiently in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who works well in a team environment with a flexible work schedule and an unquenchable thirst for learning. This role can sit in our LA or Bristol location.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:
- Creates assets across off-platform destinations that are uniquely optimized to fit each mobile audience and align with ESPN social brand identities
- Works in a fast-paced environment that requires quick-turning numerous pieces of content in a day
- Demonstrates an ability to balance multiple projects and the flexibility to pivot from a plan to react to breaking news or viral moments
- Collaborates alongside social media specialists and help them execute their visions
- Actively pitches ideas in weekly brainstorms and daily content meetings
- Educates social media specialists to advance their understanding of basic design principles in order to maintain the ESPN visual brand and create content that is optimized for mobile consumption
- Communicates with managers and producers to regularly update project timelines and report on progress
- Remains flexible in accordance with sports industry which includes nights, weekends and holidays
Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1 years’ experience creating graphics for mobile and/or social media
- Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Photoshop)
- Basic knowledge of the sports landscape, including current athletes, rules, and events
- Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines
- Demonstrated communication and organization skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Proficient in video editing software (Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro) and After Effects
- Understanding of social media and other emerging platforms
- Understanding of and appreciation for audience analytics
Required Education
- High School Diploma
Preferred Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design or related field
Job Type
Full Time
Weekly Limit
N/A
Shift
Day
Attached Files
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